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BanklessThe Stablecoin King | Tether CEO Paolo Ardoino on GENIUS Act, Circle IPO, Bitcoin & Tether to TrillionsTether CEO Paolo Ardoino returns to Bankless at a historic moment for stablecoins.With the Genius Act advancing in the U.S. Congress, Paolo discusses what regulatory clarity means for Tether, the future of USDT, and the company’s plans to launch a domestic stablecoin.We explore the Circle IPO hype, Tether’s eye-popping profits, its growing presence in the U.S. Treasuries and Bitcoin mining, and how grassroots distribution across emerging markets powers its dominance. Paolo also gives a glimpse into Tether’s ambitions in AI, tokenized gold, and the battle to distribute the dollar...2025-06-231h 16
The Pomp Podcast#1564 Paolo Ardoino | Tether Is A $2 TRILLION Company?!Paolo Ardoino is the CEO of Tether and the CTO of Bitfinex. In this conversation we talk about stablecoins, regulation in the United States, plans for the $13 billion of profit, investments in AI, and what their plans are for the future. =======================Maple Finance is where real money meets real yield. With over $1.5B managed, Maple offers secure lending, Bitcoin yield, and premium DeFi assets like syrupUSDC. Get started today at https://www.maple.finance !=======================Xapo Bank, the world’s first fully licensed Bitcoin-enabled bank, offers military-grade security with an unmatched blend of...2025-06-1949 min
Crypto News DailyInterLink Labs Reaches 1 Million Users, Crypto Market Experiences Dramatic Plunge, Ardoino's Tweets Fuel Crypto Surge, DEGEN Token Hits All-Time High, and more...(0:10): InterLink Labs Hits 1 Million Users in 3 Months, Boosted by Google Partnership(1:55): Crypto Market Plummets: Bitcoin and Ethereum Hit Hard Amid Investor Panic(4:17): Paolo Ardoino's Tweets Ignite AI-Crypto Market Surge, Boosting RNDR and FET Prices(7:09): $DEGEN Token Hits All-Time High Amid Surging P2E Gaming Interest(9:23): Dormant Ethereum Whale Wallet Awakens with $3.8M in ETH, Market Braces for Potential ImpactTo subscribe visit https://www.brief.news.For more updates in your inbox each morning visit www.brief.news.
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Bloomberg TalksTether CEO Paolo Ardoino Talks Stablecoins, GENIUS ActTether CEO Paolo Ardoino speaks on the US government's decision to regulate stablecoins and what the GENIUS Act can do to help promote stablecoins. He speaks with Bloomberg's Scarlet Fu and Mike Regan. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.2025-05-2310 min
CriptoIntervista ad Ardoino: “L’Ai di Tether difende la privacy. Non compreremo Treasury a 10 anni”In questa puntata Vito Lops intervista Paolo Ardoino, il ceo di Tether, la società che emette Usdt, la stablecoin più diffusa al mondo. Al centro della chiacchierata, la nuova piattaforma Ai che l’azienda sta per rilasciare e che, a differenza di quelle oggi sul mercato, punta a tutelare la privacy degli utenti attraverso la crittografia. Focus anche sull’interesse dell’amministrazione Trump sulle stablecoin per diffondere il dollaro e anche sulla scelta di Tether di aumentare al 10% la partecipazione al capitale della Juventus Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2025-05-2135 min
Less Noise, More SignalTether CEO Paolo Ardoino: Banks will blow up in the next yearsIn this conversation, Paolo Ardoino, the CEO of Tether and Pascal Hügli, discuss the ethos of Bitcoin and Tether's journey in the cryptocurrency space. Paolo emphasizes the importance of stablecoins in emerging markets, their role as better banks compared to traditional institutions, and the potential of technology to enhance human capabilities. The discussion also touches on the challenges faced by stablecoins and their impact on global economies, particularly in regions with unstable currencies.Chapters:00:00 Intro02:01 Tether as Economic Force for good12:03 Tether's Role in Emerging Markets23:58 The Future of Technology and Human E...2025-05-0148 min
The Wolf Of All StreetsTether: The U.S. Dollar’s Secret Weapon (And Why They’re Buying Billions in Bitcoin) | Paolo ArdoinoWe dive into an exclusive chat with Paolo Ardoino, CEO of Tether, on The Wolf Of All Streets podcast, exploring his groundbreaking journey to lobby U.S. lawmakers about stablecoins. We uncover how stablecoins could reshape global finance, why Paolo's U.S. visit was crucial for crypto regulation, and Tether’s massive role in supporting the dollar worldwide. This conversation could change how we see crypto’s future—don’t miss it!Paolo Ardoino: https://x.com/paoloardoino►► JOIN THE FREE WOLF DEN NEWSLETTER, DELIVERED EVERY WEEKDAY!👉https://thewolf...2025-04-1345 min
ChapeauNella Vita del Miliardario che Ha Comprato l'8.2% della Juventus ⚽️ Paolo Ardoino, CEO di TetherPaolo Ardoino ha un patrimonio di $9.5 miliardi ed è CEO di Tether, azienda che nel 2024 ha generato profitti per $13.7 miliardi con 150 dipendenti. Questo la rende probabilmente la società più profittevole della storia.Ha appena comprato l'8.2% della Juventus e sta investendo miliardi per comprare aziende di Intelligenza Artificiale, chip cerebrali, media e telecomunicazioni.Questa volta, noi di Chapeau l'abbiamo raggiunto a Lugano per scoprire qual è il VERO piano dietro ai suoi investimenti e com’è la vita di una delle persone più ricche al mondo. Ma, soprattutto, per capire come fa Tether a fare così tanti sol...2025-04-0829 min
Actu Crypto - L'actualité des cryptomonnaies en directTether est " le dernier bastion de l'hégémonie du dollar américain ", selon son PDG Paolo Ardoino Alors que Tether détient de plus en plus d'obligations américaines, Paolo Ardoino a vanté les mérites de l'entreprise pour la pérennité du dollar. Quels sont ses arguments ? Link2025-04-0202 minActu Crypto - L'actualité des cryptomonnaies en directTether est " le dernier bastion de l'hégémonie du dollar américain ", selon son PDG Paolo Ardoino Alors que Tether détient de plus en plus d'obligations américaines, Paolo Ardoino a vanté les mérites de l'entreprise pour la pérennité du dollar. Quels sont ses arguments ? Link2025-04-0202 min
Sport ZoneArdoino, Juventus: Vision, Fans, and StrategiesThe interview with Paolo Ardoino, CEO of Tether and shareholder of Juventus, reveals his approach as both an investor and a fan, addressing crucial aspects for the club's future. Ardoino emphasizes his support for current coach Igor Tudor and advocates for more transparent communication with fans, drawing inspiration from successful corporate and sports models. He also expresses confidence in Juventus's competitive resurgence, hinting at potential synergies with Tether's technologies to drive economic and strategic growth. While not ruling out future sponsorships, Ardoino focuses on long-term value-driven collaborations, showcasing an innovative vision for the club. A commentator adds that Juventus...2025-03-2610 min
On The Brink with Castle IslandPaolo Ardoino (Tether) on stablecoin bills, pursuing an audit, and getting to 400m usersPaolo Ardoino, the CEO of Tether, rejoins the show for a timely discussion. In this episode: How is Paolo feeling about political trends in the US today? Tether is the 7th-largest buyer of USTs at the sovereign level Paolo’s decision to spend more time in the US What does Paolo make of the stablecoin bills in Congress? Does Tether want to eventually come onshore to the US? Tether is pursuing a Big 4 Audit The effect of Operation Choke Point 2.0 on Tether Tether is moving their HQ to El Salvador Paolo’s thoughts on stablecoins in MiCA How does...2025-03-2640 min
Auscast NewsWe Dive Into: Tether, Crypto, and US Debt - An Interview with Paolo ArdoinoAn interview with Tether's CEO, Paolo Ardoino, examines the cryptocurrency's evolving relationship with US authorities. Ardoino argues Tether, once viewed with suspicion, now actively collaborates with law enforcement and aids in stabilising the US dollar. He highlights Tether's role in decentralising US debt by facilitating access for users in emerging markets. Ardoino also addresses concerns about illicit use of Tether, defending its anti-money-laundering efforts as superior to traditional banking. He expresses optimism about a more crypto-friendly regulatory approach from the incoming Trump administration, particularly with Howard Lutnick as Secretary of Commerce. The piece suggests Tether is striving to be a le...2025-03-0828 min
Deep Dive - Crypto EditionWe Dive Into: Tether, Crypto, and US Debt - An Interview with Paolo ArdoinoAn interview with Tether's CEO, Paolo Ardoino, examines the cryptocurrency's evolving relationship with US authorities. Ardoino argues Tether, once viewed with suspicion, now actively collaborates with law enforcement and aids in stabilising the US dollar. He highlights Tether's role in decentralising US debt by facilitating access for users in emerging markets. Ardoino also addresses concerns about illicit use of Tether, defending its anti-money-laundering efforts as superior to traditional banking. He expresses optimism about a more crypto-friendly regulatory approach from the incoming Trump administration, particularly with Howard Lutnick as Secretary of Commerce. The piece suggests Tether is striving to be a le...2025-03-0828 min
Auscast Business ChannelWe Dive Into: Tether, Crypto, and US Debt - An Interview with Paolo ArdoinoAn interview with Tether's CEO, Paolo Ardoino, examines the cryptocurrency's evolving relationship with US authorities. Ardoino argues Tether, once viewed with suspicion, now actively collaborates with law enforcement and aids in stabilising the US dollar. He highlights Tether's role in decentralising US debt by facilitating access for users in emerging markets. Ardoino also addresses concerns about illicit use of Tether, defending its anti-money-laundering efforts as superior to traditional banking. He expresses optimism about a more crypto-friendly regulatory approach from the incoming Trump administration, particularly with Howard Lutnick as Secretary of Commerce. The piece suggests Tether is striving to be a le...2025-03-0828 minGlobal News HeadlinesWe Dive Into: Tether, Crypto, and US Debt - An Interview with Paolo ArdoinoAn interview with Tether's CEO, Paolo Ardoino, examines the cryptocurrency's evolving relationship with US authorities. Ardoino argues Tether, once viewed with suspicion, now actively collaborates with law enforcement and aids in stabilising the US dollar. He highlights Tether's role in decentralising US debt by facilitating access for users in emerging markets. Ardoino also addresses concerns about illicit use of Tether, defending its anti-money-laundering efforts as superior to traditional banking. He expresses optimism about a more crypto-friendly regulatory approach from the incoming Trump administration, particularly with Howard Lutnick as Secretary of Commerce. The piece suggests Tether is striving to be a le...2025-03-0828 min
We Study Billionaires - The Investor’s Podcast NetworkBTC223: Tether's 13.7 Billion in Profits w/ Paolo Ardoino (Bitcoin Podcast)In this episode, Preston and Paolo discuss Tether’s massive $13.7 billion profit, its growing strategic importance, and whether Wall Street banks will enter the stablecoin space.They also explore Tether’s expansion into AI, real estate, and Brain-Computer Interfaces, alongside its big move to El Salvador. They also discuss what running Tether on Lightning means for payments and the future of tokenized assets in the UAE.IN THIS EPISODE YOU’LL LEARN:00:00 - Intro03:05 - How Tether achieved $13.7 billion in profits last year.2025-02-261h 01
Relai Bitcoin PodcastWhy Tether Is Investing in Bitcoin and Bitcoin Companies With Paolo Ardoino | Relai Bitcoin Podcast #94Paolo Ardoino is the CEO of Tether, the world's largest stablecoin issuer, and the CTO of Bitfinex. Paolo discovered the cypherpunk movement in his early teens and has been fascinated by the movement. This led to him discovering Bitcoin in 2013 and joining Bitfinex a year later. In this conversation with Relai CEO Julian Liniger, Paolo discusses the evolution of Tether’s USDT stablecoin, how they use Bitcoin as a backing asset, why they decided also to use gold and treasuries as reserves, and why they invested billions of dollars in companies and projects to further evolve the spa...2025-02-2044 minSport ZonePaolo Ardoino: Tether, Juventus e futuro del calcioPaolo Ardoino, CEO of Tether and new shareholder of Juventus, declares himself a lifelong Juventus fan and reveals the acquisition of a stake in the club. Ardoino emphasizes Tether's financial solidity, stating the ability to support Juve for the next 2000 years. The investment is motivated by a passion for the team and the belief in its growth potential through technology. Ardoino anticipates possible future collaborations, without excluding a sponsorship, and looks favorably on innovation in football. Finally, he expresses his appreciation for the new coach, Thiago Motta, and his love for Del Piero.2025-02-1711 min
Real Talk with Zuby#343 Paolo Ardoino - How Tether (USDT) WorksZuby is joined by Tether CEO Paolo Ardoino to discuss cryptocurrency and the future of stablecoins. Paolo explains how Tether (USDT) works and the global use case for it. The two discuss the 2017 crypto catalyst, demand for ‘digital dollars’, and Tether’s developments over the next decade. Paolo gets transparent about how Tether makes money and dispels the controversy that has enveloped the company over the years. The two also explore the rate of technological innovation and how the cryptocurrency industry will progress.Sponsors:Secure your bitcoin today with Bitbox...2024-12-261h 08ChapeauDa 800€ al Mese a 4 MILIARDI di Patrimonio: La Storia di Paolo Ardoino, CEO di TetherPaolo Ardoino è una delle persone più ricche d'Italia e probabilmente la più influente al mondo in ambito Crypto. Scopriamo come ha fatto DAVVERO a passare da ricercatore sottopagato a multimiliardario, parliamo delle critiche fatte a Tether e scopriamo perché stanno investendo miliardi di € all’anno in chip cerebrali e AI.
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(01:06) Com'è iniziato tutto
(01:40) La sua prima azienda
(02:35) Come ha raccolto i primi €250,000
(05:20) Com'è diventato miliardario
(08:32) Cosa l'ha aiutato di più
(10:25) Tether: critiche e cause milionarie
(12:53) La crisi di Tether: $20 miliardi in 20 giorni
(16:29) Perché investe miliardi all'anno in AI e chip cerebrali
(21:38) Consigli
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Parliamo coi più grandi imprenditori e mana...2024-12-2422 min
CriptoDa gennaio stablecoin fuori dagli exchange? Intervista a Paolo Ardoino (Usdt): “Ecco perché non abbiamo aderito alla Mica”Con l’entrata in vigore della normativa europea sulle cripto-attività, le stablecoin che non si sono posizionate nella figura di e-money token potrebbero essere delistate dalle piattaforme. Tra queste anche la più diffusa al mondo (e in Italia): Usdt di Tether. Il ceo dell’azienda, l’italiano Paolo Ardoino, spiega perché. Nella chiacchierata focus anche sulle prospettive di Bitcoin, tokenizzazione e intelligenza artificiale Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2024-12-1827 minThe Pomp Podcast#1442 Paolo Ardoino | Bitcoin Is The Perfect Currency Says Tether CEOPaolo Ardoino is the CEO of Tether. This episode was recorded at Crypto Investor Day in New York. In this conversation we discuss, stablecoins, growth metrics, institutional adoption, how investors can benefit from stablecoins, possibility of Tether going public, why bitcoin is the perfect currency, and how stablecoins will impact central banks.
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Bitkey, built by the team behind Square and Cash App, makes bitcoin self-custody easy and secure. Compare prices across exchanges, send and receive bitcoin, and track your wallet—all in one app. Named a Time Best Invention of 2024, Bitkey’s three-key system replaces seed...2024-11-2225 min
FinancialFoxOn and Beyond Tether - Paolo Ardoinooin Stefania Barbaglio in this exclusive episode of Financial Fox as she
interviews Paolo Ardoino, CEO of Tether, to uncover the latest
innovations and trends shaping the crypto ecosystem. Discover how Tether
is driving global adoption of blockchain technology, enhancing
stablecoin applications, and pioneering a new frontier of financial
crime prevention in crypto.
🔗 With $USDT on-chain wallets surpassing 35 million new additions each
quarter and groundbreaking partnerships in emerging markets, Tether is
leading the charge in expanding stablecoin utility worldwide. Tune in to
learn how Tether and Bitfinex are fostering financial education,
fighting crypto crime, and integrating advanced technologies like AI...2024-11-0211 min
NoMadPodcastShort Interview with Paolo Ardoino, Live at Lugano Plan B Forum 2024In this short interview, I spoke to Paolo Ardoino, the CEO of Tether. Paolo shared his Bitcoin journey, and how he became the CEO of Tether. But not only that, we also briefly discussed how he deals with the fake news and fake stories around Tether. Apologies if you hear some background noise, and if the sound quality isn't that good!Stay Humble, and buy some Bitcoin!Thanks to Lugano Plan B for the amazing conference!Check out Paolo here:Ig: https://www.instagram.com/paoloardoino_prdnTwitter: https://x.com/paoloardoino 2024-11-0104 min
CoinDesk Podcast NetworkCOINDESK SPOTLIGHT: Paolo Ardoino and Tether’s $120B Stablecoin EmpireInsights on the past, present and future of the crypto industry with Tether CEO Paolo Ardoino.Follow the podcast here.Tether CEO Paolo Ardoino joins Bullish CEO Tom Farley on "CoinDesk Spotlight" to discuss the rise of USDT, the largest stablecoin with a nearly $120 billion market cap. Plus, the secret behind Tether's profitability and its role in revolutionizing the world of finance. Paolo also answers some of the crypto community's challenging questions about the third-largest crypto asset.-This content should not be construed or relied upon as investment advice. It...2024-10-0144 min
CRYPTO 101Ep. 621 Inside Tether w/ CEO Paolo Ardoino on the Future of Stablecoins and Crypto AdoptionIn this episode of Crypto 101 we sit down with Paolo Ardoino, CEO of Tether, to explore the transformativez role of stablecoins in the cryptocurrency industry. Paolo shares his journey from Bitfinex to Tether, reflecting on the rapid growth of USDT, now the third-largest cryptocurrency by market cap. The discussion delves into Tether’s critical role in global markets, particularly in high-inflation regions like Argentina and Turkey, where stablecoins offer an alternative to failing national currencies. Paolo also addresses Tether's commitment to transparency and its fully-backed reserves, explaining how Tether maintains 104% reserves to cover all issued USDT. Additionally, the episode to...2024-10-0143 min
The Future of MoneyInterview with Tether CEO Paolo ArdoinoWhy Tether is exploring a UAE Dirham and why he thinks that the UAE is the new Switzerland? Paolo also discusses: → Why Tether believes it is decentralizing access to U.S. Treasuries. → Why Paolo thinks that CBDCs may kill banks. → How Tether owns more U.S. Treasuries than many countries. Powered by Phoenix Group2024-09-1815 min
The Bitcoin Infinity ShowPaolo Ardoino and Mathias Buus Madsen - Bitcoin Infinity Show #125In this episode we're joined by Paolo Ardoino and Mathias Buus Madsen from Holepunch to learn about Keet, the Pear runtime, a little bit about Tether, and more!
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Talking TokensPaolo Ardoino on USDT’s EXPLOSIVE Year, Tether, & Stablecoin Use CasesOn today’s Talking Tokens episode, Jacquelyn Melinek is joined by Paolo Ardoino, CEO of Tether and CTO at Bitfinex. Jacquelyn and Paolo talk about USDT’s explosive growth YTD, Tether and Bitfinex’s growth over the years, stablecoins use cases for retail and institutional users, demand for stablecoins backed by other non-USD currencies and more.
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We Study Billionaires - The Investor’s Podcast NetworkBTC194: Tether's Backing and Pear w/ Paolo Ardoino and Mathias Buus (Bitcoin Podcast)In this episode, we start by delving into Tether's Q2 2024 attestation, highlighting their remarkable financial achievements and commitment to creating a stable and resilient stablecoin. Following this, we dive into the Pear initiative's zero-cost, peer-to-peer infrastructure, discuss Keet's open-source capabilities, and examine the impact of eliminating server dependency with insights from Paolo Ardoino and Mathias Buus.IN THIS EPISODE YOU’LL LEARN:00:00 - Intro03:07 - Tether's Q2 2024 financial highlights, including $1.3 billion in net operating profit and $5.33 billion in excess reserves.04:46 - The strategic positioning of Tether in the U...2024-08-071h 01
The Wolf Of All StreetsUnstoppable Tether: Why This Stablecoin Is Poised For Massive Growth | Paolo ArdoinoPaolo Ardoino, CEO at Tether & CTO at Bitfinex, discusses the success of Tether, a $112 billion stablecoin. We talk about the factors that will make Tether a dominant player in the stablecoin market, Bitcoinization, tokenization of real-world assets, MiCA regulation, and investments the Tether team is doing outside of crypto. Don't miss this episode of The Wolf Of All Streets podcast!Paolo Ardoino: https://x.com/paoloardoino►► Sponsored by iTrust CapitalInvest in Bitcoin, Crypto Assets & Gold with Your IRA Using iTrust Capital.👉 https://bit.ly/itrust...2024-07-1455 min
The VALR Podcast with Farzam EhsaniEP 1: The Rise of Stablecoins in Emerging Markets Ft. Paolo Ardoino, Tether CEOIn this engaging conversation, Paolo Ardoino, CEO of Tether, Farzam Ehsani, Co-Founder and CEO of VALR, and Blake Player, Head of Growth at VALR, explore the evolving role of USDT in global finance.
They discuss Tether's origins, Paolo's journey into crypto from a passion for decentralisation and technology, Tether's resilience amid criticism, and its strategic positioning in emerging markets.
They also explore the impact of USDT on traditional finance, its adoption as a store of value in regions with volatile currencies, and Tether's innovative approach to supporting the US dollar globally. 2024-06-041h 02
The Juan Galt ShowPaolo Ardoino: Tether, Keet, Bitcoin Under AttackI had an amazing conversation with Paolo Ardoino, CEO of Tether and CTO of Bitfinex, one of the most influential people in the Bitcoin and crypto industry which not man know much about. His experience, approach and outlook were refreshingly real and the technologies he is investing into to further the cypherpunk vision, were fascinating to discuss.Don’t forget to look us up on your favorite podcasting app if that’s easier for you, and stay tuned for future updates. We have a lot of podcasts being edited and on the pipeline.Cheers!Juan Galt. ...2024-05-111h 46
FinancialFoxFuture of Money: Paolo Ardoino's Take on Bitcoin, Stablecoins, Tokenisation & Evolution of Banking🌐 Join Stefania Barbaglio in an engaging podcast episode as she sits down with Paolo Ardoino, Chief Technology Officer at Tether and Bitfinex, to explore the intricacies of stablecoins, the challenges facing the adoption of alternative reserve currencies, and the future of banking in the ever-evolving landscape of finance.
📌 Key Points Discussed:
00:45 - Introduction to Paolo Ardoino and the discussion on latest developments in the Bitcoin ecosystem including Ordinals and Runes.
04:33 - Assessing the viability of Bitcoin as a reserve currency and exploring alternative options like stablecoins backed by gold.
08:30 - Strategies for driving adoption of Tether gold and the implic...2024-05-1022 min
Daily Crypto Report"Bitfinex CTO Paolo Ardoino disputes FSOCIETY claims " May 05, 2024Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency newsBitcoin is up slightly at $63,862Eeth is up slightly at $3,139Binance Coin, is down slightly at $586Three former leaders of Cred indicted.Class-action lawsuit filed against Coinbase.Bitfinex CTO Paolo Ardoino disputes FSOCIETY claims Alexander Vinnik pleads guilty. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2024-05-0504 min
Epicenter - Learn about Crypto, Blockchain, Ethereum, Bitcoin and Distributed Technologies'Is Tether's USDT Safe?' - Paolo ArdoinoLong regarded as an impending black swan, Tether has successfully weathered out the contagion and bank runs caused by Luna’s collapse in the depths of the 2022-2023 bearmarket. Since then, a large portion of Tether’s reserves has been shifted to treasury bills, which are the closest dollar proxy, positioning Tether among the top 20 holders of T-bills, worldwide. However, navigating the Tether FUD was not the first rodeo for Paolo Ardoino, as he has also previously led Bitfinex, which successfully recovered after a $72M hack, back in 2016. The worldwide adoption of USDT, especially in emerging markets and developing econ...2024-04-251h 27
Thinking Crypto News & InterviewsPaolo Ardoino Interview - Tether USDT's Rise To The World's Largest Stablecoin & Future OutlookPaolo Ardoino is the CEO of Tether and the CTO at Bitfinex. We discuss:- Are Stablecoins the killer app of Crypto? - Tether Reserve FUD and disproving naysayers - Cantor Fitzgerald review and confirmation of USDT reserves - Can USDT depeg? - Tether Gold & Euro Stablecoin- Is AI a threat and opportunity for Tether? - How Tether is preparing for Stablecoin regulations - Can Stablecoins and CBDCs coexist?- Bitcoin Spot ETF performance🌟Sponsor - Signup with Uphold. https://uphold.sjv.io/gbED4X Terms Apply. Cryptoassets are highl...2024-03-1859 min
Bitcoiners - Live From Bitcoin BeachCan Bitcoin Be El Salvador’s Lifesaver As Bukele And Bitfinex Think It Is? | Paolo ArdoinoLive from Bitcoin Beach in El Zonte, El Salvador, Paolo Ardoino, a familiar figure in the Bitcoin, space discusses how El Salvador, being a pioneer in integrating Bitcoin into their economy, remains a model for other countries to do the same adoption for their economic development. This places El Salvador as an attractive destination for companies and Bitcoin enthusiasts for relocation or expansion, and possibly become a global hub for digital innovation.El Salvador gets all the praise for their openness to using Bitcoin as a legal tender and its continuous efforts for the betterment of the...2024-02-2354 minThe Wolf Of All StreetsHow Tether Is Driving True Crypto Adoption While Making $6B Net Profit A Year | Paolo ArdoinoIn this Episode of The Wolf Of All Streets podcast, Paolo Ardoino, CEO of Tether, discusses how the most popular stablecoin is driving crypto adoption worldwide while generating over $6 billion in net profit in 2023, thereby positioning it as one of the most profitable companies per employee.Paolo Ardoino: https://twitter.com/paoloardoino►► Sponsored by iTrust CapitalInvest in Bitcoin, Crypto Assets & Gold with Your IRA Using iTrust Capital.👉 https://bit.ly/itrust-scott►► JOIN THE FREE WOLF DEN NEWSLETTER, DELIVERED EVERY WEEK DAY!2024-02-1143 min
The Mining Pod | Bitcoin Mining NewsWhy Tether Is Mining Bitcoin W/ Paolo ArdoinoToday we are joined by Tether Inc. CTO and incoming CEO Paolo Ardoino to discuss Tether’s move into Bitcoin mining, including its $600 million unsecured loan to Northern Data, why its mining Bitcoin versus other investments and how it thinks about site selection.
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The Wolf Of All StreetsBitcoin And Tether Will Fuel The Next Bull Market l Paolo ArdoinoTether has been arguably the most successful company in crypto, as stablecoin adoption increases and the company make billions. Is this what will drive the next cycle? Paolo Ardoino, CEO of Tether and Scott Melker discuss.►► JOIN THE FREE WOLF DEN NEWSLETTER, DELIVERED EVERY WEEK DAY!👉https://thewolfden.substack.com/ ►►OKXSIGN UP FOR AN OKX TRADING ACCOUNT THEN DEPOSIT & TRADE TO UNLOCK MYSTERY BOX REWARDS OF UP TO $60,000! 👉 https://www.okx.com/join/SCOTTMELKER ►►TRADING ALPHAREADY TO TRADE L...2023-11-0548 minThe Pomp Podcast#1243 Paolo Ardoino | Tether Founder Reveals Truth About ReservesPaolo Ardoino is the CTO of Tether. In this conversation, we talk about the rise of stablecoins, whether the market is winner-take-all or not, treasury management, how they ensure the peg stays actually backed by dollars, regulation & audits, accumulating bitcoin, banks, FDIC insurance, and more.
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Pomp writes a daily letter to over 250,000+ investors about business, technology, and finance. He breaks down complex topics into easy-to-understand language while sharing opinions on various aspects of each industry. You can subscribe at https://pomp.substack.com/ 2023-09-1847 min
The Fintech BlueprintA glimpse into stablecoin Tether and crypto exchange Bitfinex, with CTO Paolo ArdoinoLex chats with Paolo Ardoino, CTO of Bitfinex (one of the largest crypto exchanges) and Tether (a US-dollar pegged stablecoin). Paolo kicks off reflecting on his journey into the crypto space and the pivotal role of technology, community, and opensource in his learning. The discussion navigates through Bitcoin's diverse potentials, Bitfinex's growth, and the intricate challenges of crypto exchanges. Paolo emphasizes the importance of learning from past industry mistakes to guide future strategies. Tether's origin story is explored, shedding light on its initial architecture, on-ramp process, and strategies to manage banking counterparty risk. A significant aspect discussed is stablecoin...2023-08-1847 min
CryptoNews Podcast#255: Paolo Ardoino, CTO of Tether, on $USDT Fud and Tether’s Diversification into EnergyPaolo Ardoino is the CTO of Bitfinex and Tether, who also recently launched Keet.io, a Peer-to-Peer Chat App, built with the Holepunch platform that allows anyone to create apps that don’t use any servers. Paolo is also a certified meme-lord and has one of the best accounts on crypto Twitter.In this conversation, we discuss:- Tether ($USDT) FUD- Having $72.5B overall exposure in US T-Bills- Tether Excess reserves at $3.3B- Binance + Justin Sun FUD - Banking collapse- Current pressure on exchanges- Tether’s Div...2023-08-1044 min
Sovereign FrontierBitfinex and Financial Freedom with Paolo Ardoino, CTOBitfinex, a top-tier OG cryptocurrency exchange platform, is deeply committed to fostering financial freedom and paving the way for individuals.Their mission is centered around equipping people with the essential tools and infrastructure needed to achieve financial freedom.This episode features Paolo Ardoino, Bitfinex's CTO, who brings to light his enthusiasm for programming and building applications for financial services. He exudes optimism about the capabilities of Bitcoin & the blockchain technology that supports it. Paolo has been with the company since 2015 and is responsible for developing and managing the core parts of the Bitfinex back end, overall, he has been...2023-06-2229 minThe Wolf Of All StreetsBitcoin Boom: Tether's Massive Investment and Total Transparency, Revealed by Paolo ArdoinoIn this episode of The Wolf Of All Streets podcast, I sit down with Paolo Ardoino, CTO of Tether, as we delve into the details of Tether's massive Bitcoin investment and its commitment to transparency. Paolo dissects several significant events such as a staggering $7 billion USDT redemption in 48 hours, discusses potential de-pegging, and analyzes how Tether assists the USD. Amid regulatory ambiguity, Ardoino sheds light on Tether's efforts to educate regulators, the role of stablecoins in the market, and the impact of the crypto market reopening in China/Hong Kong.Paolo Ardoino: h...2023-06-1827 min
Bitfinex TalksPaolo Ardoino & Joel Veinstein - Bitcoin, Gold, and LatAm - A Deep Dive into the Crypto Landscape - Bitfinex & Orionx - Bitfinex Talks - Episode 23🔔 This week's #BitfinexTalks features an enriching discussion with Paolo Ardoino, Bitfinex CTO, and Joel Vainstein, OrionX CEO & Co-Founder, on crypto's rising influence in Latin America! 🌎🚀
We debate #Bitcoin vs gold, critique CBDCs, and explore how crypto is driving financial liberation and inclusivity. An episode you can't afford to miss!
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The ScoopPaolo Ardoino on Tether's billion-dollar profits and plans to buy bitcoinPaolo Ardoino is the Chief Technology Officer for Tether and Bitfinex.In this episode, Ardoino talks through Tether's treasury management strategy, including the firm's recently announced bitcoin purchases and how the firm is planning to use the $1.5 billion in profit generated during Q1 of this year.According to Ardoino, Tether's recent profitability is prompting the firm to diversify:“The beauty of our next period plan is that we can start diversifying ourselves from the pure stablecoin offering and become a more round tech provider that that requires expertise in many important fields. So en...2023-05-2536 min
The NobcastEp #38: Bitcoin and Stablecoins for Financial Inclusion and Financial Freedom Featuring Paolo ArdoinoIn this episode, we interviewed Paolo Ardoino. Paolo is the Chief Technology Officer of Tether. Tether is an asset-backed stablecoin and it is usually referred to as USDT.
Paolo spoke about how he got into bitcoin, the story behind Tether, best practices on balancing bitcoin and stablecoins, Tether’s plans for Africa, spreading financial freedom, and so much more.
In this episode, we cover:
How Tether was born
Tether use cases
Tether’s involvement in promoting financial freedom and access to information
Balancing stablecoins and bitcoin
How Kee...2023-04-2842 min
FinancialFoxExclusive Interview with Bitfinex & Tether CTO Paolo ArdoinoIn this #FinancialFox episode, Steffy speaks with Paolo Ardoino, Chief Technology Officer at Bitfinex and Tether.
In this episode they both discuss the recent FTX and Silicon Valley Bank Collapse, its impact and the way ahead; regulations; DEX's vs CEX's; Bitfinex products and the Company long term strategy, Tether, Tether Gold; and the backing of stable coin and much more...
Tune in now :)2023-04-2136 minBitfinex TalksBitfinex Securities Twitter Spaces - Paolo Ardoino talks about financial freedom and BFX Securities' new #ElSalvador Digital Assets LicenceCatch our recent discussion with Paolo Ardoino about Bitfinex Securities, it's new Digital Asset License in El Salvador, Tokenised Securities, and creating financial products for underserved businesses and entities which will pave the way for Bitcoin-powered financial inclusion.2023-04-1439 min
LunaticoinL183.B - Inestabilidad en Banca y Stablecoins con Ááron, Franklin y Paolo Ardoino - ESDespués de un 2022 de caída de Stablecoins como Terra-Luna, parecía que las mejores opciones para no perder el peg -- la paridad con la divisa fiat -- eran las centralizadas y privadas como USDC.
Pero el pasado viernes 10 de marzo, la iliquidez de un banco estadounidense, (el Silicon Valley Bank), que tenía 3,3Billones del colateral en efectivo de USDC, hizo saltar por los aires la paridad de una de las consideradas "estables más reguladas y seguras". En el pod de hoy repaso con Aaron Sepúlveda, el Presidente Franklin D. Roosevelt y Paolo Ardoino...2023-03-131h 03
LunaticoinL183.A - Inestabilidad en Banca y Stablecoins con Ááron, Franklin y Paolo Ardoino - EN-ESDespués de un 2022 de caída de Stablecoins como Terra-Luna, parecía que las mejores opciones para no perder el peg -- la paridad con la divisa fiat -- eran las centralizadas y privadas como USDC.
Pero el pasado viernes 10 de marzo, la iliquidez de un banco estadounidense, (el Silicon Valley Bank), que tenía 3,3Billones del colateral en efectivo de USDC, hizo saltar por los aires la paridad de una de las consideradas "estables más reguladas y seguras".
En el pod de hoy repaso con Aaron Sepúlveda, el Presidente Franklin D. Roosevelt y Pa...2023-03-131h 04Bitfinex TalksBitfinex Talks - Paolo Ardoino & Adam Back - Episode 9The full podcast with Paolo Ardoino, CTO of Bitfinex and Adam Back, CEO of Blockstream!
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- Tokenized Securities & the Volcano Token
- Ordinals & Inscriptions on Bitcoin
And more!2023-02-171h 21
Hashing It OutAddressing the stablecoin FUD with Paolo Ardoino, CTO of Tether (USDT)Since the depegging of TerraUSD (UST) in 2022, consumers have become more critical of how stablecoins work. Paolo Ardoino, the chief technology officer of the most popular stablecoin, Tether (USDT), breaks down how stablecoins work and responds to frequently asked questions about them.Cointelegraph’s Twitter: @CointelegraphCointelegraph’s website: cointelegraph.comThe views, thoughts and opinions expressed in this podcast are its participants’ alone and do not necessarily reflect or represent the views and opinions of Cointelegraph. This podcast (and any related content) is for entertainment purposes only and does not constitute financial advice, nor sh...2023-02-0251 min
The Meme Factory™ PodcastMeme Factory™ Stream Test #66 feat. Paolo ArdoinoPaolo joins the Meme Factory™ to talk about Keet.
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Sovereign FrontierTether/USDT | Financial Inclusion for all w/ Paolo ArdoinoThis episode features Paolo Ardoino, Chief Technology Officer at Tether//USDT. He is passionate about Hardware, networks, financial applications, and cryptography and how Africans are actively contributing their quota in making this a reality. Tether aims to leverage blockchain technology to improve the financial sector
Paolo is a huge advocate of privacy, being in control of your money and wealth. Privacy is a human right that everyone should be entitled to and there should be a clear line to underpin that privacy as a human right.
He also talks about removing the power from tech...2023-01-2644 min
The Café Bitcoin PodcastFreedom of Speech Online with Peer-to-Peer Chat with Keet.io and Paolo Ardoino - January 23rd, 2023We're joined by Paolo Ardoino from Keet by Holepunch to talk about they're revolutionizing the way we interact online with text, video and file sharing. We talk about how not only is it better quality than traditional video sharing software but its encrypted and brining us back to the way that the internet was intended to be used. Keet also utilizes the Bitcoin lightning network and allows for payments! We also talk with Dr.Jeff, Terrence Yang and Rob Soltan about the Bitcoin market and Janet Yellen's latest comments about America defaulting.
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2023-01-232h 00Bitfinex TalksPaolo Ardoino Podcast Interview with FinnovatorsBitfinex CTO Paolo Adoino speaks in a Finnovators podcast about Bitcoin, financial freedom with peer-to-peer technology and how Bitfinex is growing as one of the biggest exchanges in the world!
2023-01-2354 minBitfinex TalksBitfinex Talks - Paolo Ardoino - Bitfinex's Freedom Manifesto - Episode 3The full interview with Bitfinex CTO Paolo Ardoino - Learn how Bitfinex is supporting financial freedom through Bitcoin!2023-01-0324 min
Blockchain BylinesExploring: Tether with Paolo Ardoino, Chief Technology Officer at TetherIn this episode, we spoke with Paolo Ardoino, Chief Technology Officer at Tether. Paolo shares what Tether is, what makes it valuable, and what makes it different from Bitcoin. The role stablecoins and Tether play to make it easier for crypto traders to transport dollars across exchanges. Paolo also discusses how Tether is the second most popular currency in Turkey, and how Tether is helping crypto adoption by bring digital dollars to the unbanked.
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Stephan Livera PodcastSLP423 Paolo Ardoino - What’s Going on with Bitcoin in Lugano?Paolo Ardoino (CTO Bitfinex & Tether) rejoins me on the show to chat about just what’s happening Lugano:
Funding for the project
Helping merchants accepting Bitcoin, USDT, Luga
Why do this from the top down? Why not bottom up only?
Hub & Incubator
Updates on Keet
Plan B Forum
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2022-10-1652 min
Bitcoin FreedomAdozione di Bitcoin e Lugano Plan B Paolo Ardoino e Massimo MusumeciIn questa live abbiamo ospite Paolo Ardoino, uno dei protagonisti del Plan B di Lugano, che risponderà alle nostre domande su adozione di Bitcoin e caratteristiche specifiche di questo progetto che è nato nella città di Lugano in Ticino e che è molto promettente ed ambizioso. Comunicheremo anche un codice di sconto per l'accesso al FORUM di Lugano di fine ottobre!2022-10-1357 min
Bitcoin AudibleRead_659 - Adoption & Digital Freedom Will Happen Through Lightning [Paolo Ardoino]"Lighting Network adoption is scaling Bitcoin around the world. And it will be key to protecting our freedoms in the digital age as well." - Paolo Ardoino
Today we hit another awesome Bitcoin Magazine article on how Bitcoin is separating monetary value from the state, but that it is ultimately Lightning and its ability to fulfill the vision of P2P payments and entirely unique monetization systems that will protect the freedom of speech and allow global adoption of sound, neutral money. A great little read and a Guy's Take that will kick off the week. Check out the original...2022-10-0443 min
TFTC: A Bitcoin Podcast#361: Tether, Holepunch, and Keet with Paolo ArdoinoJoin Marty as he sits down with Paolo Ardoino to discuss the history of Tether and Bitfinex. They also discuss Tether's role in hyperbitcoinization, Holepunch and Keet, and how private key authentication can help the internet become far more P2P.
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The ScoopPaolo Ardoino talks Holepunch and the future of P2P techLast time Paolo Ardoino came on The Scoop podcast back in 2019, the USDT stablecoin had a market cap of less than $5 billion.Today, that number has risen to more than $66 billion, according to data from The Block's Data Dashboard.While Ardoino serves as both the CTO of Tether (the issuing company behind USDT), as well as CTO of the crypto exchange Bitfinex, recently he has been focusing much of his attention on developing Holepunch — a fully encrypted platform for peer-to-peer applications.In this episode of The Scoop, Paolo Ardoino shares his vision for th...2022-09-0252 minCryptoNews Podcast#153: Paolo Ardoino on Tether, Bitfinex and Keet.ioPaolo Ardoino is the CTO of Bitfinex and Tether, who also recently launched Keet.io, a Peer-to-Peer Chat App, built with the Holepunch platform that allows anyone to create apps that don’t use any servers. Paolo is also a certified meme-lord and has one of the best accounts on crypto Twitter.In this conversation, we discuss:- Visiting Italy- Keet.io- DHT - Distributed Hash Table- Holepunch - Swarming- Live data streaming- Crypto payment adoption for nations- Bitfinex Pay- Tether ($US...2022-08-1858 minStephan Livera PodcastSLP405 Paolo Ardoino Bitcoin Lightning, Tether & KeetPaolo Ardoino (CTO of Bitfinex & Tether, CSO Holepunch) joins me on the show to chat about a wide range of topics:
Lightning security
Lightning adoption
Tether reserves - Does Tether Pump Bitcoin?
Tether creation/redemption process
Tether audits and attestations
Stablecoins and centralisation
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Bitcoin AudibleChat_71 - Redesigning the Internet for Fun & for the Revolution, with Mathias Buus and Paolo ArdoinoFollowing up on the release of Keet.io and a simple to use, responsive, encrypted, & scalable P2P data sharing protocol in Holepunch, its network backend, we bring the CEO of Holepunch Mathias Buus, and the CSO of Holepunch and CTO of Bitfinex, Paolo Ardoino on the show to talk about what the long term vision of this project truly is. This isn't just a better video chat app, this is the first building block in a plan to rebuild the internet & potentially break down the walls of the internet's major platforms. Are they onto something, or is it a...2022-08-091h 56
The Kevin Rooke ShowTLS59: Paolo Ardoino & Mathias Buus on Holepunch, Keet, Building P2P Apps, and Lightning AdoptionPaolo Ardoino and Mathias Buus are the co-founders of Holepunch, a fully encrypted platform for building peer-to-peer applications. Matthias is the CEO, who has been building P2P products for a decade, and Paolo is CSO, along with being the CTO at Tether.
In our talk, we spoke about what Holepunch is and how it works, how P2P apps can eliminate the costs and risks of relying on cloud data storage, we explored the apps developers could build on top of Holepunch, and the ways they could monetize their apps with Bitcoin or stablecoins on Lightning.2022-07-261h 39
CRYPTO 101Ep. 451 - Digital Currency Summit Preview With Paolo Ardoino of BitfinexIn this episode of CRYPTO 101, brought to you by iTrust Capital, we talk to Paolo Ardoino of Bitfinex about the progressive and optimistic future of crypto despite recent market drawdowns.
Paolo Ardoino is also featured in the upcoming Digital Currency Summit amongst 47 top crypto expert speakers. The event is hosted by Bryce Paul & Aaron Malone and is free to attend! To register, visit: https://www.digitalcurrencysummit.com/
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The Bitcoin Standard Podcast120. The Future of Stablecoins with Paolo ArdoinoHas Saifedean changed his mind on stablecoins? After handling $7b of redemptions in 48 hours, has USDT proven its resilience? Could regulated fiat banks handle this level of redemption? What happens to stablecoins if their adoption continues to grow? Can they replace foreign central banks as dollar providers to the world? Will they become major holders of US Treasuries? How will central banks deal with stablecoins? Are stablecoins a gateway to bitcoin? Can USDT be built on top of bitcoin's lightning network? This seminar hosts one of the leaders in the industry: Paolo Ardoino, CTO of Bitfinex and Tether to...2022-07-041h 49
Fintech Business PodcastInterview: Paolo Ardoino, CTO of Bitfinex, Live at Money2020Hey all, it’s Jason.Welcome to Fintech Business Podcast, a monthly(ish) podcast where I’ll be interviewing leaders in banking, fintech, and crypto. If you’re already subscribed to the main newsletter, you’ll automatically receive each new episode when it’s published. Don’t worry, this will be in addition to the Fintech Recap news show that Alex Johnson and I do each month!In this first episode, I sat down with Paolo Ardoino, the CTO of Bitfinex, live at Money2020 in Amsterdam. We had a chance to talk about:* Paolo’s pers...2022-06-1737 minFintech Business WeeklyInterview: Paolo Ardoino, CTO of Bitfinex, Live at Money2020Hey all, it’s Jason.Welcome to Fintech Business Podcast, a monthly(ish) podcast where I’ll be interviewing leaders in banking, fintech, and crypto. If you’re already subscribed to the main newsletter, you’ll automatically receive each new episode when it’s published. Don’t worry, this will be in addition to the Fintech Recap news show that Alex Johnson and I do each month!In this first episode, I sat down with Paolo Ardoino, the CTO of Bitfinex, live at Money2020 in Amsterdam. We had a chance to talk about:* Paolo’s pers...2022-06-1737 min
CoinGecko Podcast - Bitcoin & Cryptocurrency InsightsUnderstanding Bitcoin Lightning Network with Paolo Ardoino, CTO of Bitfinex -Ep. 58Paolo Ardoino, CTO of Bitfinex is here to to discuss about the exchange as well as all things bitcoin! You'll be filled in on the facts of the exchange itself, from upcoming Bitfinex products to its role in the Lightning Network. Timestamps[01:30] Intro[05:14] What does your day-to-day look like at Bitfinex? [09:25] Could you share more on new BitFinex product innovations? [18:27] What development support is provided on the Lightning Network and why this network in particular? [29:43] Proof-of-Work has been commonly criticized due to energy consumption, how is this being addressed? [36:12...2022-05-1846 min
DeFi Italia - Crypto NewsEpisode 8: Paolo Ardoino sulla chat di DeFi italia : Plan B Luganoil CTO di BitFinex , Paolo Ardoino, ci aggiorna su tutto quello che sta accadendo a Lugano con il Plan B. Ottimi spunti da questa fantastica chiaccherata.2022-03-3042 min
DeFi Italia - Crypto NewsPaolo Ardoino sulla chat di DeFi italia : Plan B Luganoil CTO di BitFinex , Paolo Ardoino, ci aggiorna su tutto quello che sta accadendo a Lugano con il Plan B. Ottimi spunti da questa fantastica chiaccherata.2022-03-3042 min
Blockstream TalkBitfinex Hack & Tether Use Cases in Emerging Markets with Paolo Ardoino - Blockstream Talk #10@bitfinex@paoloardoinoBitfinexFollow Blockstream on Nostr:npub1jg552aulj07skd6e7y2hu0vl5g8nl5jvfw8jhn6jpjk0vjd0waksvl6n8n01:07 Who is Paulo Ardoino?02:14 Path to finding Bitcoin and working at Bitfinex13:24 Reasons Bitfinex does not face downtime during high volatility15:17 Bitfinex being the most battle tested exchange16:17 What is the Liquid Network value proposition compared to altcoins?22:03 The origin story of Tether and its success23:53 Difficulties of running an exchange25:07 Will Bitcoin b...2022-03-231h 02The Pomp Podcast#873 Is Tether Actually Backed By Real Money? w/ Paolo ArdoinoPaolo Ardoino is the CTO of Tether and Bitfinex.
In this conversation, we discuss some of the controversial rumors around Tether, it's backing to the U.S. dollar, how Tether is audited and how Paolo is working to push the industry forward.
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Hi-Tech MultiplexCBDCs to Have Little Impact on Private Stablecoins, Claims Tether CTO Paolo ArdoinoThis episode is also available as a blog post: https://techmultiplex.wordpress.com/2022/03/10/cbdcs-to-have-little-impact-on-private-stablecoins-claims-tether-cto-paolo-ardoino/2022-03-1102 minCryptoNews Podcast#86: Paolo Ardoino on Bitcoin, Tether and BitfinexPaolo Ardoino is the CTO of Bitfinex and Tether. In this conversation, we discuss:- Micro crashes - Day in the life of CTO - Tech stacks - Tether - El Salvador's Bitcoin Bond - Coding in crypto for beginners- Lightning networkBitfinexWebsite: bitfinex.comTwitter: @bitfinexInstagram: @bitfinexPaolo ArdoinoTwitter: @paoloardoinoGitHub: @prdnLinkedIn: Paolo Ardoino---------------------------------------------------------------------------------This episode is brought to you by PrimeXBT.PrimeXBT...2021-12-271h 01
Bitrefill's To the Moon PodcastPaolo Ardoino - Full Interview - To the Moon episode 22This is the full interview with Bitfinex & Tether CTO Paolo Ardoino. Paolo candidly discusses a wide range of topics, like implementing Lightning Network on Bitfinex, the famous 2016 Bitfinex hack for $70 million USD, Tether's explosive growth, Tether critics, and the status of Tether's ongoing reserves audit, he also talks about regulatory challenges, and his work on developing a new regulatory framework for tokenized securities, and the recent launch of Bitfinex securities, a new platform which will merge the legacy financial system with crypto economy via tokenization.
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Follow Paolo on...2021-09-2350 minBitrefill's To the Moon PodcastPt. 1 Bitfinex CTO Paolo Ardoino on finding BTC, Lightning on Bitfinex, and why Tether - Ep 22In the first part of our interview with Bitfinex & Tether CTO Paolo Ardoino, Paolo recounts how he found out about Bitcoin, and why he was initially drawn in. He also talks about what he's learned from Bitfinex's pioneering work on becoming one of the first cryptocurrency exchanges to implement the Lightning Network. He also discusses why he was inspired in 2014 to create USD Tether, the industry's first and most popular stablecoin.
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TechnicalRoundupTechnicalRoundup #11 - Paolo Ardoino (CTO, Bitfinex + Tether) DonAlt and Cred speak with Paolo Ardoino, the CTO of Bitfinex + Tether. We discuss the whales trading on Bitfinex, crypto lending markets, Tether transparency, and Paolo's outlook for the market.2021-07-2357 min
Word on the Block | Forkast.NewsCriticisms Tether’s reserves are unfounded, says Bitfinex CTO Paolo Ardoino (ft. Paolo Ardoino)After settling a 22-month investigation by the New York Attorney General’s office, Tether growth has exploded – dispelling trust concerns says Bitfinex CTO Paolo Ardoino.
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Relay ChainTether - Stablecoin Innovation, Regulation, and Mainstream Potential with Paolo ArdoinoThis week we dive into Tether, a stablecoin playing an important role in disrupting the legacy financial system, recently announced to be launching on Polkadot.
Joe Petrowski, (Technical Integrations Lead, Web3 Foundation) speaks with Paolo Ardoino, CTO of Bitfinex and Tether. They discuss stablecoin trends, regulation and compliance with central banks, CBDCs (Central Bank Digital Currencies), the likelihood of central banks running on public blockchains such as Polkadot and Ethereum, achieving blockchain interoperability through common goods, and the upcoming launch of Tether on Polkadot.
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00:39 - Intro to Ardoino and Tether
06:38 - The...2021-04-2239 min
UpOnly: Chats with Crypto ExpertsTether & Bitfinex CTO Paolo Ardoino talks stablecoins, exchange security, and moreNotes & LinksPaolo on TwitterBitfinexTetherCoin Metrics Tether issuanceDazaarDiversifiNomad’s tether tshirtsThis episode is presented by Blockfolio. Trade on an awesome mobile interface fee-free, and still get all the great portfolio tracking features you know and love: https://uponly.tv/blockfolioMusic by GiovanniPickle
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The Peter McCormack ShowQuestions for Tether with Paolo Ardoino & Stuart Hoegner - WBD297Location: Remotely Date: Wednesday 6th January Company: Bitfinex Role: CTO & General Counsel There have been claims that Tether has manipulated the Bitcoin price. Still, JL van der Velde, CEO of both Bitfinex and Tether, denied the allegations stating "Bitfinex nor Tether is, or has ever, engaged in any sort of market or price manipulation. Tether issuances cannot be used to prop up the price of bitcoin or any other coin/token on Bitfinex." As well as market manipulation there have been calls for a full audit of the Tether reserves amidst claims...2021-01-1046 min
The Peter McCormack ShowBitfinex - The Hacks, Tether and Bitcoin with Paolo Ardoino - WBD270 Location: Squadcast Date: Monday 7th September Company: Bitfinex Role: CTO Bitfinex is one of the oldest and largest Bitcoin exchanges. Since 2014, the exchange has had to endure multiple hacks, including at $60 million theft in 2016. iFinex, the parent company of Bitfinex, also oversees Tether. Tether is the largest stablecoin, regularly facilitating over $50 billion in daily trading volume and is supported by close to 150 exchanges. It too isn't without its controversies, there have been calls to audit Tether to prove that it is fully reserved and there are claims ether printing has been used...2020-10-1657 minOn The Brink with Castle IslandPaolo Ardoino (Bitfinex/Tether) – Managing the growth of TetherSo far on the crypto-dollarization miniseries, we've covered Tether's stability mechanics, we've heard from traders and OTC desks using the asset, but we haven't heard from the issuers of the stablecoin itself. To give us insight into how they run the system, Paolo Ardoino, the CTO of Tether and Bitfinex, joins the show. In this episode: The factors behind the outflow of BTC and inflow of ETH to Bitfinex Fork futures for ETH 2.0? Bitfinex' policy on staking on behalf of users The principal-agent problem inherent in exchange staking Whether the growth of crypto dollars threatens native collateral like B...2020-06-0857 min
Messari's Unqualified OpinionsBitfinex CTO Paolo Ardoino on Tether’s Dominance and Spotting Fake VolumePaolo Ardoino sits at the intersection of one of crypto’s most liquid exchanges and its most dominant stablecoin. In this conversation, Paolo provides unique insight into the philosophy behind Tether and walks us through its path to a $5B+ market cap. He also discusses how Bitfinex approaches markets, how to spot fake liquidity and whether or not he’d consider exploring proof-of-reserves.
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The Blockchain ShowBitfinex with Paolo ArdoinoPaolo Ardoino is the CTO at Bitfinex. He explains some new projects they are working on at one of the world's biggest crypto exchange, how IEO's are still alive and well, the Bitcoin Lightning network, how they bounced back from 2016's hack, the Halvening, and more.2020-04-0334 min
POV Crypto Podcast: Your Crypto Echo-Chamber Dies Here.124 - Exploring Bitfinex and Tether w/ Paolo ArdoinoLove them or hate them, Bitfinex and Tether are two of the most important institutions in the crypto space. Paolo Ardoino, the long time CTO and pioneer behind Bitfinex and Tether’s technology joins POV Crypto to illuminate how his team has been able to build and support the entire crypto space in such a dominant manner. Topics: Paulo’s history Why Tether was created Why Tether and Bitfinex are successful Bitfinex as a model for a new type of company The future of Lightning network Bitcoin as the base layer of crypto Please rate and share t...2020-03-1249 min
Blockchain Insider Podcast by 11:FS131. The digital dollar
Simon Taylor is back this week to talk all things blockchain, Bitcoin and crypto. This week he was joined in the studio by Paolo Ardoino, CTO at Bitfinex and Abbas Ali, Head of Digital Identity at R3. Together the trio discusses the latest and greatest news in the world of blockchain including:
Former CFTC officials ramp up push for digital dollar with Accenture partnership (02:10)
Currency ‘cold war’ takes center stage at pre-Davos crypto confab (10:00)
NBA's Spencer Dinwiddie set to roll out tokenized investment platform (18:50)
Gemini launches captive insurance company and custody insurance solution with leading brokers Aon and Mars...2020-01-2343 min
CRYPTO 101Ep. 301 - A Conversation With CTO of Bitfinex and Tether, Paolo ArdoinoIn this episode of CRYPTO 101, brought to you by eToro, we sit down with the CTO of Bitfinex and Tether, Paolo Ardoino. We have a very future-facing conversation. Bitfinex is one of the world’s largest crypto exchanges. We discuss why bitcoin accrues value, institutional investment, regulations, interoperable blockchains, Liquid Network, Lightning Network, his technical roadmap, and trends in the market he sees unfolding during 2020.
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Guest Links:
https://twitter.com/paoloardoino
https://twitter.com/bitfinex
https://www.bitfinex.com/trading
Show Links:
https://www.CRYPTO2020summit.com
https://CRYPTO101podcast.com
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